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Prainha do Caniçal Windsurf Forecast

Quinta do Lorde · Portugal

Prainha do Caniçal scores 63/100 for windsurf today at its best ability level (intermediate). The beach faces S. This is a black volcanic-sand cove roughly 80 m wide, framed by basalt cliffs on Madeira's east coast. Conditions vary from calm and flat to exposed Atlantic beach-break swell. A beach bar, changing rooms and sun loungers are on site, but access is via a steep concrete staircase, difficult especially on the return climb. There has historically been no lifeguard cover, though a service was being procured for the 2025 bathing season.

Today's windsurf score by ability

beginner
24/100Don't Bother
intermediate
63/100Okay
advanced
55/100Okay
expert
45/100Okay

Today's conditions at Prainha do Caniçal

Wave
0.8 m
Wind
7 kn
Water temp
24°C
Facing
S

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